Sooner or later, there comes a time in everyone's life when we may think we don't have time for new experiences and the best is behind us. We’re talking about old age. But we are convinced that life does not end with old age. On the contrary, it is the ideal opportunity to start implementing what we have not had time for until now.
Life on the internet is not just for the young
These
days are full of social networks, the internet and media. It is no wonder that
the young generation, who practically grew up on them, understands them. You
may feel that you are not keeping up with your grandchildren in this regard.
But don’t be sad, life on the Internet is not just for the young. The Internet
offers you a lot of possibilities and, among other things, you can strengthen
your relationship with your granddaughter or grandson thanks to it. Here are some examples of what the Internet
can offer you:
· Communication - Electronic mail and social
networks make it easier to communicate with your loved ones. Your message is
delivered instantly and you don't have to waste time looking for a stamp and
going to the post office. You can also share your experiences with your family,
who can give you a daily dose of photos and videos.
· Information - You can find almost
everything on the internet: timetables, doctor's office hours, weather, recipes
and cookbooks, TV programmes, news about culture, sports, etc.
· Shopping - If you're an avid shopper and
think about what and where to buy for your children or grandchildren every day,
the internet is the place for you. You can sit in the comfort of your home and
browse the pages of bookstores, toy stores or clothing stores. Another
advantage is that if circumstances do not allow you to go out for groceries, there
are shops that will deliver the goods to your doorstep.
· Fun - do you like chess, tic-tac-toe, scrabble or crosswords, but you don't have anyone to play with or you don't want to buy new books every now and then? You can find all kinds of entertainment on the internet. What's more, you'll never be on your own, as your opponent could be anyone in the world.
Educate yourself and have fun
Once
you've fully enjoyed the well-deserved peace that old age brings, it's time to
start planning again. Map the environment and what you would like to visit and
do in your area. Find out exhibition dates, theater and cinema programs, museum
opening hours and what sports activities are available in your area.
Nowadays
you can also find plenty of courses that you can take at a more advanced age.
If you've always wanted to learn the basics of English or perhaps Spanish, go
for it. And if you're more sporty, you can keep fit in Pilates or yoga classes.
If you are not sure which course to take, try discussing the situation with
your family. You may find common ground and choose an activity to do together
to cement your relationship.
In
old age, travel is not a problem either. So you don't have to stick to
daydreaming about documentaries about different countries. There are a number
of companies that offer tours including a Czech-speaking guide who will
introduce you to everything and be on hand. All you have to do is choose a
destination, a date, pack your suitcase and you're ready to go.
Stories from life
"I wanted to keep my brain from going numb. I was looking for options, and since I was always tempted to learn a foreign language, so it seemed like the best choice. The language course helps me to think differently, I learn new things and I have to think. I also like the fact that I get to meet other people of the same age in the course, so I have another group of friends with whom I can discuss our families and the situation in the world."
"I was introduced to
computers by my grandchildren, who showed me a lot during visits or when I was
babysitting them. Thanks to them, I got to take a course in basic computer
literacy. Now I "surf" almost daily and I have to say that the
internet has made my life easier in many ways. And if I don't know or can’t do something,
my grandchildren are excited to show me."
"My husband and I have been retired for a few years. We both had quite time-consuming jobs, so we had almost no time to travel and explore new places. We both agreed that we would like to change that in retirement, because if not now, when. At the moment we have already completed France, Italy, the Baltic Republics and we have a few more destinations on the list."
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